68-Year-Old Dayton Woman Hospitalized after Pedestrian Accident at Third Street
DAYTON, WA (April 15, 2018) – On Sunday morning around 5:17 AM, a woman was struck and injured by a car on East Main Street (US Highway 12).
The accident took place on the intersection of E Main and Third Streets. 38-year-old Christina Lynch of Pomeroy was traveling westbound in a 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee, when she began to make a left turn onto Third. She failed to yield for a pedestrian that was crossing main, and struck the woman.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene and transported the victim, 68-year-old Christy Bell of Dayton, to the Dayton General Hospital for treatment. The severity of her injuries has not been disclosed. No other injuries were reported in this collision.
Lynch was cited for failing to yield the right of way, according to the Washington State Patrol. No other information has been released to the public at this time.
Always be on the lookout for pedestrians crossing the road, especially in areas with intersections. By staying within the designated speed limit and driving carefully, disastrous accidents on the road can be prevented. Keep yourself and others safe by following the rules of the road.
If you or someone you love has been injured in a pedestrian accident caused by the inattentive driving of another person, contact the personal injury lawyers at Sweet Law Group. We are here to help you achieve the compensation and justice that is owed for the pain and suffering you have endured. Contact us by calling (800) 203-3061, and speak to a representative to arrange a free initial meeting with a legal professional near you.
